Resources

Podcast from menopause resource Rock My Menopause

This page signposts some useful external resources to support men's mental health

Follow the link for a free 8 session mindfulness-based stress reduction course.

Join Ellie Sturrock for a 22 minute meditation to soothe the mind and refresh for your day.

Headspace is a science-backed app in mindfulness and meditation, providing unique tools and resources to help reduce stress, build resilience, and aid better sleep. They have now extended their free offer and are offering free access to all NHS staff with an NHS email address until December 2023.

Depression is more than simply feeling unhappy or fed up for a few days. This article will outline what depression is, signs of depression and tips for helping cope with depression.

Anxiety is something everyone experiences at times and feeling anxious is a perfectly natural reaction to some situations. This article will outline what anxiety is, signs of anxiety and tips for helping cope with anxiety.

Chaired by Gerry Clarke from the World Happiness Project, these informal sessions will invite staff working in health and care across Dorset as well as the local councils twice a month to share their happiness and wellbeing experiences in a fun, informative and inspirational way.

The fourth Menopause and More session covers Managing Psychological Symptoms. Menopause impacts us not just physically but in emotional ways as well. However, anxiety and mood changes associated with hormonal changes are sometimes not taken seriously, and women may mask their feelings to protect themselves from the reactions of their peers.

In typical British style it seems we're turning to dry humour to help get us through the pretty terrifying impact of the cost of living crisis, with soaring energy bills meaning families are facing real financial concerns this winter.

As the autumnal chill begins to venture into a dreary winter, many will be feeling discouraged about a looming desolation riddled with rising bills. Amid the economic turmoil, it can be difficult to feel optimistic about what's ahead.

When the days get colder and the nights get darker, motivating ourselves can be difficult.